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Lightning Love (1923)

Movie ★ 6.4 20 min

Comedy

The storm, which takes up most of the second reel, is a trial run for the storm sequence in The Wizard Of Oz which Semon would make in 1925. Fox released a comedy that was an exact copy of Lightning Love just before the Semon film was due to come out. Albert E. Smith noticed the similarities and on September 5, 1923 attempted to have the Fox film pulled from the exhibitors.

James D. Davis Director Larry Semon Director Larry Semon Writer James D. Davis Writer

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Quick facts

Released
October 22, 1923
Runtime
20 min
IMDb
tt0256147

Cast

Larry Semon Larry Semon Larry, a Suitor Oliver Hardy Oliver Hardy Oliver, the Other Suitor Kathleen Myers Kathleen Myers Rhea Spencer Bell Butler Al Thompson Al Thompson Father William Hauber Pete Gordon

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Frequently asked questions

What is Lightning Love about?
The storm, which takes up most of the second reel, is a trial run for the storm sequence in The Wizard Of Oz which Semon would make in 1925. Fox released a comedy that was an exact copy of Lightning Love just before the Semon film was due to come out. Albert E. Smith noticed the similarities and on September 5, 1923 attempted to have the Fox film pulled from the exhibitors.
Who directed Lightning Love?
Lightning Love was directed by James D. Davis, Larry Semon.
Who stars in Lightning Love?
Lightning Love stars Larry Semon, Oliver Hardy, Kathleen Myers, Spencer Bell.
When was Lightning Love released?
Lightning Love is a 1923 comedy film.
Where can I watch Lightning Love?
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